Nonprofit ‘Connect Me’ Offers Free Online Tutoring for K-8 Students
Rockford News First highlights 'Connect Me', a free K-8 online tutoring nonprofit founded by a student during the COVID-19 pandemic. The service, which connects students with student tutors and serves children across the U.S. and internationally, is featured in the…
Rockford, IL, September 23, 2026 —
A nonprofit organization named ‘Connect Me’ is providing free online tutoring services for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded by a student during the COVID-19 pandemic, the initiative aims to bridge educational gaps by connecting young learners with student tutors.
The organization operates on a model that pairs students requiring academic assistance with peer tutors, facilitating learning in a virtual environment. ‘Connect Me’ has expanded its reach beyond local communities, serving children not only across the United States but also internationally.
The specific details regarding the founder’s identity, the number of students or tutors involved, or the total duration of operation beyond its founding during the pandemic were not immediately available. Information on the specific curriculum or subjects covered by the tutoring sessions was also not provided.
Rockford News First recently featured ‘Connect Me’ in its local ‘Try This’ segment, drawing attention to the volunteer-based educational support. The report highlighted the organization’s mission to make tutoring accessible to K-8 students, particularly in light of challenges that emerged during the pandemic. Further details about the operational structure and the scope of its services were part of the feature.
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